These aren’t my mama’s olives. Not the pickle-like sharpness of the pimiento-stuffed olives that swam in Mom’s occasional martinis. Not the pitted crow-feather black olives that cuddled between gherkins and pickled watermelon rind in our holiday relish dish. Today’s marketplace is filled with olives of a much hipper sort. Intense, flavor-packed Mediterranean-style beauties — bronze,…
There is a saying, “Paris au printemps,” which means “Paris in springtime.” Perhaps there should also be a saying “Italia d’estate,” which means “Italy in summer,” because if my social media means anything, almost everyone that I know is there right now. One great thing about having friends who travel is that they send you…
By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH — Summer is a time when many of us eat at least some of our meals outdoors, which means looking for bright and delicious dishes that hold up to the rigors of car travel. Related Articles Delicious, home-cooked meals can still be on the menu even in a wonky…
By KATIE WORKMAN, Associated Press We are officially in the thick of summer. If we’re lucky, we might get a break from the routine and head for the beach, the mountains or maybe discover a new city. For many, that means renting a vacation home — with an unfamiliar kitchen. At home, you probably have…
By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Summer heat often makes baking less than desirable, so if you’re going to heat up the kitchen to make dessert, you gotta make it worth every bead of sweat that collects on your forehead. These berry crumb bars are worth it and then some. Built on a forgiving shortbread-like crust…
By Beth Dooley, The Minnesota Star Tribune Like a good summer movie, a great sandwich should be full of delightful familiar ingredients sparked with a few good surprises. And like a good plot, the sandwich should be built on a sturdy foundation. Related Articles Recipe: When peaches are in season, make this delectable dessert These…
I look forward to the peach season with culinary glee. Their velvety texture and intoxicating fragrance make ripe peaches a treasure. They are delicious drizzled with Amaretto syrup and topped with whipped cream. If I feel ambitious, I pass a basket of warm cookies, preferably ones laced with toasted almonds. Peaches with Amaretto Cream Yield:…
Summer is a time when many of us eat at least some of our meals outdoors, which means looking for bright and delicious dishes that hold up to the rigors of car travel. Those trips can come in the form of rolling out to a cookout or neighborhood get-together, but warm and sunny weather and…
Make a quick supper with chicken thighs. Inexpensive, juicy and full of flavor, they can be ready in a flash. Use your favorite store bought or homemade rub. I like a combination of minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper and dried pepper flakes in a one-to-one ratio. Figure on 1 tablespoon of rub per thigh. Dry…
I look forward to the peach season with culinary glee. Their velvety texture and intoxicating fragrance make ripe peaches a treasure. They are delicious drizzled with Amaretto syrup and topped with whipped cream. If I feel ambitious, I pass a basket of warm cookies, preferably ones laced with toasted almonds. TAG GOES HERE Peaches with…
